Australian Open 2025 Press Conference: Novak Djokovic discusses injury, retirement & future plans

[@salmaal-shaoily5809]

Sascha "please guys, don't boo a player when he goes out with injury, Novak is somebody that has given the sport for the past 20 years absolutely everything of his life. He has won this tournament with an abdominal tear, he has won this tournament with a hamstring tear. If he cannot continue a tennis match it really means that he cannot continue a tennis match" wise words.

[@kevinmcfarlane2752]

People also need to remember that injuries are worse the older you get and they take longer to recover from. Observe what happened to Roger and Rafa near the end. I’d say at this point, Novak is going to need some luck to get to 25. I hope he does but if he doesn’t he can be content with a spectacularly successful career.

[@sergiorey95]

​@@kevinmcfarlane2752He has already achieved everything possible and he has broken all records. He doesn't need to win another GS. Rafa had less luck in terms of injuries and sometimes he forced himself to keep playing. That's in some way irresponsible but in the other hand makes it a warrior and preserves the espectacle for crowd

[@imalwaysright]

Did he address the booing? It wasn’t the whole crowd. I heard a lot of cheers. I can understand some people being unhappy. He knew he had a serious injury, and chose to play rather than withdraw. Them tickets were expensive. I also find it interesting that the same people who hate political correctness, w0keness, censorship wanna censor the crowd and police how they treat him. Double standards.

[@fraerot]

​@@imalwaysrightmost of them are RF fans and they are using every sitiation to trash Noval. Federer fans are one of the nastiest of all

[@sunmanyi3265]

Please no f word on the umpire Alexander. Unwise to f the umpire for a correct double bounce call.

[@WingsOfPeaceToronto]

Novak did the right thing - he is not a machine, he is a human being. Sasha expressed it best in his court side interview

[@P58027]

You are the Greatest and by far!!!! What you have done for the sport is unparalleled! Take care Nole!

[@mars27970]

He is no greatest.

[@jazzyrampras2384]

😅..

[@JonathanKJM]

😂 Djokosic is one of the greatest players, but he is NOT the greatest or has done the most to make tennis popular. That would be Federer…and it’s not even close.

[@ProudPapa-zd6gs]

What a King. A role model for all athletes and celebrities.

[@bungautami5099]

Speedy recovery, champ! We'll support you highs and lows.

[@biljanaaddicott2576]

Get well champion!!! You have given to the sport everything possible. Take care od your health.

[@katielin9459]

You have tried your best and that’s enough. Good health is always the priority for you and your family. Get well soon. Best wishes, Goat!

[@arthurgurzhiy]

Amazing person.

[@kaliste]

you are and will always be the GOAT and one of the best sportsmen ever. Shame on the Melbourne crowd, they should feel ashamed, I really hope you will recover soon. Do not get influenced by a stupid bunch of viewers. It is not worth it. You are a role Model for my daughter, thank you for that and you are a true Inspiration and you will always be.BRAVO

[@matthewpeters4261]

Very well said mate. I will never attend the Australian Open ever again after the awful behaviour of the fans. It hurts me to say this as an Australian, but we have some of the worst sports fans in the world.

[@voulathomacos-lagonas8445]

Thank you sir 🙏 God keep you safe 🙏 Hopefully you're able to heal and return playing once more RESPECT 🙏

[@BrankoBG]

Keep your head up champion, we're with you. We see that you've prepared at the highest level, the injury will pass. One is the GOAT.

[@om4482]

Even the ultimate Warrior has to humble and accept reality.

[@PerceivedREALITY999]

The crowd should show more respect towards Novak. He's played many epic matches with Nadal, Federer and other great champions. Tennis fans have been entertained for many years. I hope Novak has a good recovery.

[@jasminkamontaji3218]

volimo te nole😘😘😘,idemo sasa....sascha

[@Salsoni123]

Hope to see you soon, go slowly and you will winn one more Grand slam

[@andretim75]

Though I do not understand much at all of what he is saying in his native language, for me it is so obvious how much he is connected and reflected a human being. Very intelligent but also very much speaking the language of the heart . He is not only the best player of all times, but the greatest personality this sport has seen in decades , if not ever.

[@nicheman3612]

How can you tell someone is intelligent when you don't understand the language? There's too much weird vibes-based thinking in the world.

[@radicakrajinovic5900]

Even the tone of his voice and eyes can reflect that, the above comment is so inspiring and truthful.

[@nicheman3612]

@radicakrajinovic5900 okay. You guys really are at the worshipper stage of fandom

[@IrenaDeacon]

That's so true

[@proud2bejcan]

The booing was a disgrace.

[@TheresaLourens]

He should stop giving them Money!

[@matthewpeters4261]

@proud2bejcan exactly. We in Australia unfortunately have some of the worst sports fans in the entire world, plain and simple.

[@umeshhiremath7699]

Health First - Legend can take decision at any point in time .

[@ljames6ad71]

Novak still the best 10 titles in Australian Open nobody will win 10 titles only King Novak Djokovic she was hurt but still play one set 1 hour and 20 minutes respect four Novak Djokovic quick recovering King you still the best

[@annegoodfellow8928]

The champion Novak ...Just being in Melbourne means you're a champion

[@moresuperiorwear]

This man is such an icon & legend, but more importantly a great man with high ethics & a role model to all. God bless him!

[@aragonhiguainyang]

goat speedy recovery！

[@myajones8081]

Wishing Nole a speedy recovery.

[@svetimirristic7977]

Thank you, Novak. Of yours 10 finals I had a privilege to see two - unforgettable moments for me personally! Get well soon! A really hope to see your magic and dedication on a tennis court once more.

[@frankchang3779]

If Roger or Rafa retired from a match due to injury, would he get booed by the crowd? Show some respect to Novak please.

[@RogMue]

The difference is that they would have never retired from this match the way this clown did.

[@rejdy]

You are right, at 21 RG Federer retired before 4th round vs. Berettini without even being injured just to avoid risking injury before Wimbledon. How heroic!

[@zahnobertrand5933]

Federer never retired mid match in 1424 matches played !

[@nd8086]

...maybe he didn't tried enough to get to that point 🤔 ​@@zahnobertrand5933

[@ThomasMayer123-f8f]

And still nearly won the first set😳

[@sergiorey95]

Rafa won Fritz clearly more injured in Wimbledon QF. That's more astonishing

[@yannickngoran297]

I don't remember the last time Djoko retired from a match. I think he really felt the pain or the risk of a worse injury. And btw that nadal win vs fritz was much worse. The guy was barely walking, serving first serve at 140 km/h on grass.

[@peterenis1]

@@sergiorey95why do you always have to compare shit 😂 it’s still impressive

[@abvgd12348]

​@@sergiorey95we don't speak about Rafa

[@silviamarelli7143]

@@sergiorey95and then retire .

[@vmilic2592]

Najbolji si NOLE . Zelim ti dobar I brz oporak . VOLIMO TE 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💖

[@Symewn84]

🐐Speedy Recovery Brate. Take care of yourself first... and then lets go for another GS :)

[@dheemanchakravorty7960]

Go King Novak! You should focus all your attention to Wimbledon and US Open, I am not counting much on French Open as this is very grueling. But Wimbly and US Open are fast courts where I believe your chances are highest with your ability and variety. And maybe take Aus Open out of your equation( I know it is tough to talk negatively about your most successful slam) as the hostility and %age of obnoxious fans are worst there. It is called Down Under after all. You have earned big number of fans in US with your individuality, strive for excellence. and brits are at least far more well behaved than Aussies.

[@kevincrouch3956]

He's won 10 Australian Opens his most successful event ever. And has said on numerous occasions that it is his favourite tournament, so I doubt he will suddenly decide not to compete.

[@matthewpeters4261]

I’m an Australian, and I absolutely hate booing in sports. It’s shameful and disrespectful, and it’s why I’ll never be in attendance at the Australian Open ever again. We need to take away people’s rights to boo players in all sports. I’ve been saying it for 10 years now this year.

[@dubbelhelix]

What an unbelievably balanced human being and top athlete!

[@nikolaobradovic6103]

In Wikipedia when u type in Tennis, they should put his face on fist page. Simply GOAT

[@badrunlucky5298]

best of luck in the future.

[@stefysimon1402]

Ah yes, booing a 24-time Grand Slam champion who's given everything to tennis, including playing through countless injuries, because his body finally said "enough"... Pure class, Australia! 👎 Nothing says "thank you for making our tournament prestigious" quite like jeering at someone who's won it 10 times. Next time you call in sick with a mild headache, remember to boo yourself in the mirror. It's only fair.

[@TheresaLourens]

Australian Crowd does not know the word RESPECT.

[@Mhxhgc]

⁠@@TheresaLourens *Melbourne* crowd. Typical for that lot, they’re feral.

[@matthewpeters4261]

I might be the only Australian person in the world who hates booing more than anybody. We seriously need to take away the fans’ rights to boo players in all sports. We also need more security at all sporting events to enforce it.

[@abvgd12348]

Goat

[@MariaGajewska-lx5xj]

My heart goes to you Novak! You are the greatest! Wishing you a quick recovery!

[@editisabelgimenez5369]

Novak, estuviste hace poco con alguien que no protegió su cuerpo, no se priorizó a si mismo y paga las consecuencias, Juan Martín Del Potro. Creo que haberlo apoyado en su momento te dio la conciencia suficiente para tomar esta decisión de hoy: una buena acción Dios y la Virgen lo recompensan con la fortaleza necesaria para este tipo de ocasiones, ya lo pasaste antes, no merecían tu bella familia y tu volver a pasar por lo mismo o tal vez peor y definitivo. Te felicito y agradezco por lo que haz hecho. Campeón!!! desde Castelar, Argentina. Un gran abrazo, extensivo a tu familia.

[@minguyen2589]

So sad he retired and the underserved reaction he received! I've always been his no 1 fan since 2007. Well, guess now Matt and those biased commentators from Tennis Channel can keep bringing up Margaret Court's name, which we never heard before when Fed reached 20, or Nadal 22, or Serena! I thought Nole would have shut them up with that name! Since when do we compared men's with women's discipline? Ah, since we talk about Novak Djokovic!

[@zorandjuric3408]

Right! Novak really made her to the biggest Champion out of nowhere 💀

[@Jovajulie]

I think, it is one of the hardest interviews for him. King djokovic, you are the best ! Don't worry my dear, no one break your history 🙏

[@Miss_miss-u3b]

You can see he is in quite shock and got problem with answering those questions 😢😢😢

[@beloveddaughter8585]

Thank you for that astute observation. The fact he had to ask the reporter to speak more slowly indicates his medication and physical and emotional pain is affecting his concentration.

[@Lexi-Vaandril]

get well soon Novak.

[@davfree-cg6hc]

il n'a jamais été aussi bien depuis Cincinnati, n'a pas voulu compromettre sa suite, blessure bien plus douloureuse que d'habitude

[@josmith2002]

🇦🇺 🥰 🇦🇺 “Australia will always stay in my head, my heart, the best land I ever played in” said Djokovic= quoting his exact words in this interview. Shows his love for Australia- so for all those criticising Australia - know that Djokovic loves Australia so please you too stop criticising Australia 🫶

[@AlejandroCompagnucci-f2f]

Recovery.. Nole.!.

[@inagolijanin2823]

Brz oporavak.Vidimo se uskoro na terenu.

[@pikeflowed]

Age catches up with us all, an abdominal tear put paid to Nadal's career, lets hope Novak can get past this injury with rest, meds, healing etc. Djokovic is not superhuman even though at times he appears to be. I wish him well, he is a Tennis Warrior !

[@biljanakocanovic6778]

НОООООООВАК 😇🥰

[@sohyoung137]

Could someone translate what Novak said (in Serbian) about John McEnroe? I could hear that he probably was asked what he thought of JohnnyMac’s comment, but can’t understand… I’d appreciate it hugely!

[@fortissimoX]

He said that he hasn't seen comments neither from McEnroe nor Becker.

[@annamariacesarini1806]

Aspettavo la finale di domenica con Sinner peccato auguri a un GRANDE

[@VashTheStampede4K]

I'm sorry for Djoker, my favorite tennis player. *I don't think Nole can win his 25th Grand Slam now (the dream is over), because the French Open (the next G.S.) is the most tiring tournament in the world* (3/4/5 sets on clay is too much for a 38 years old player on May, especially against Alcaraz, Zverev and Sinner now). This A.O. was his last chance. Maybe he can win a Master 1000 title, his 100th title in total. Now winning Wimbledon at his age (38 years old when the tournament begins) is impossible with Alcaraz around (maybe Nole can reach the SF), like the next A.O. (in 2026) and the next US Open with Sinner around, and also the French Open is too tiring for Nole at his age. Only a complete recovered 100% Djoker in his 2023 form again can do it, but it's almost impossible now. Change my mind. For me the Olympics gold medal was Nole's swan song and the testament of his greatness in tennis. *Thanks for everything, G.O.A.T.! I will stop following tennis when you will retire.* Alcaraz and Sinner (and maybe also Fonseca, the third of the new Big 3) will also be able to win 40 Grand Slams and dominate in the next years. By now the golden era of tennis will be over, the greatest era of the immortal Big 3 (Djoker the G.O.A.T., Roger the Great and Rafa the king of clay). *We lived in the Big 3 era of tennis. Be happy for this.* Best wishes, greatest hero and champion of tennis, and best wishes to you too, Zverev. I hope you win the title, your first Grand Slam.

[@nd8086]

Ноле, ако читаш коментаре... ништа се не брини мој спортски брате, само се окружи својим људима и кад опет нађеш ту праву жељу у себи спремај се за следећу борбу. Ја верујем да је то Вимблдон иииии онда идемооо брате мој!!!! Идемооооо!!!!

[@zelkocosic3311]

He needs to do a John Farnham and a farewell tour, he cant just not leave it like this for the AO

[@maisandy7670]

Dojkovic should stop now or he will end up with a serious injury he has made history already hands up to Sasha for sportsmanship spirit

[@hanaabid3001]

تفكّرتك ✨

[@coulterry67]

Even playing when meds are helpful means you are still aggravating an injury and maybe this is the problem with players that push on, in the end their injury takes longer to heal because it's been pushed to it's limit

[@PeterMaier-jo6zj]

sollte Zverev das Finale zu gewinnen - ein klein bisschen wird der Erfolg geschmälert, da er halt das Halbfinale weitgehend kampflos gewonnen hat.

[@miraacid]

No, it won't. It's sad that Novak had to retire, especially because he was really playing so well. You could see that he could direct the ball anywhere he likes. But the reality is that you have to be fit to win a slam. He's had injuries before and managed to win GS, but it's not realistic to do it every time. I really hope Zverev wins this!

[@slavkoradovanovic6751]

Refugees in Australia show their face again...

[@irathamazigh5343]

Aussie crowd is a shame and disgrace 😢

[@nd8086]

Nole, don't take too much to your hart when other people boooo! There is always a weakness in human's hart to disrespect the greatness and some are not above that!

[@ibendover4817]

He disrespected the country he was a guest in last week by making false claims the 'australian government tried to poison him'. People are booing because he's a disrespectful nutjob, not just the injury. Most people were happy to see him go away. The only people 'genuinely' angry about his injury are people who bet money on him. Can't even believe he keeps coming back after we deported him the last time in the middle of a tournament. In addition to not having respect for others he seems to have no self respect either.

[@concettadalimonte8476]

😂😂😂che pecato 🎉che no hai incontrato sinner in finale🎉😂😂😂sarebe stator un vero spectacle 🎭 😊😊😊🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@standardking5077]

seriously, he wins the tiebreak he continues the match

[@lmichel59]

He’s The GOAT, he doesn’t need to prove anything and rescue his body. I’m not his fan, but he shouldn’t play the match!

[@مؤيدالقبيسي]

I cried to be honest.

[@JordiFranchParella]

In this life all has a beginning and an end. Nadal reached the end precisely in Australia against McDonald, suffering a hip injury. Djokovic is also reaching the end of his professional tennis career. Such is life.

[@duarteoliveira5810]

Bro is a legend, but the end is near...

[@hanaabid3001]

إحترمني😊

[@josmith2002]

“Lakse kritikovati nego razumeti”, translated to English: it’s easier to Criticise than to Understand.

[@LucaZovatto-y5g]

Novak Djokovic

[@omabdulgani]

He needs to include meat in his diet. A plant-based approach can only take you so far. Adding meat will also help resolve the indigestion issues he frequently mentions. I’m genuinely surprised he’s managed to go this long with minimal meat consumption.

[@petermisberg732]

Can only get you so far???? You say that to one of the best Athletes of all time??? People with their stupid agendas.. Its so stupid

[@gtarkanyi_dr]

🎾👋

[@lilymartini6071]

OGNI SCARPA DIVENTA SCARPONE (ps for andy murray as well)

[@geoairtravel]

The villains of 2025 AO, 🇦🇺 media & fans. Shameful

[@franksprenger896]

Big respect, Nole. At the same time we should also have some understanding for fans who had big expectations and paid big money for just one set ( up to 6,000 USD). There is not only complimentary corporate seats but also hardcore fans for whom it was supposed to be the experience of a lifetime. Speedy recovery, Novak. Great words.

[@beloveddaughter8585]

Well yes they were disappointed but only thise at the match can say “they were there when……..”

[@ethiesm1]

Guess they've never been injured before and still went to work

[@jelenatrifunovic5738]

Smatram da publika u Australiji nije dorasla i ne može da se nosi sa LIČNOŠĆU i SPORTISTOM kao što je Novak Đoković, biti ČOVEK I GOSPODIN, njima su nepoznati termini i ponašanja, na žalost to su ČINJENICE

[@happyaslarry5839]

Champ this is the baby GS never really regarded as a proper GS, get ready for the 3 premier GS, let's get the French Open

[@ioanapopoiu1457]

Obviously he suffers very much because he had to retire, to lose this grand slam, but he should retire completely. He didnt even heal completely and already made plans for the games from the next couple of years. I think its too much, overreacting. Come on, say good bye and dont worry, you will remain a legend. Dont go on getting to be a player desperate to keep wining.

[@hanaabid3001]

عندي دينار !

[@cazimmelkic]

Novak Just go to Visiko in Bosnia and you’ll recover quickly

[@ElAbuti1953]

His trade marks injury time off came to an end.

[@skyshooterAustralia]

doesn't help that you throw your body around and do the splits whilst running for a point.

[@snezanailic2386]

So he shouldn't try to win points?

[@skyshooterAustralia]

@snezanailic2386 did Federer do the splits on court for a point? Did everyone dive for a volley like becker?

[@Ihasfinger911]

Nadal wouldn't have quit

[@hadaaaaaa777]

So where is he playing now if he didn't quit?

[@johnclark7133]

Pain of loosing the points was more than the leg pain

[@FastFitSecrets]

First set you want won? really😀

[@lottewied1937]

Novak Djokovic , from the start he has been always my favourite player. Still today . Rest , dear champion . See you again on court. May God keep and protect you and your family . Forget the uncouth spectators in Australia . Luckily most Ausies are not like that . They were just not at the tennis match . Love from Germany .

[@tenispro81]

Faker tilll the end 😂

[@ArchibaldReiss1918]

💩

[@vesnacupic-basha5238]

Oh he didn’t play his violin today…….. surprising

[@JonathanKJM]

Let’s be real. Sasha would have likely beaten him even without the injury.

[@DID-q5r]

Пък то и Алкарас щеше, ама не можа.

[@iskrafitcheva7524]

Retired because he COULDN'T TRICK Sasha...😂😂😂😂 like he TRICKED Carlos!!! CHEATER!!!

[@aboukirman3508]

Bye-bye Djerkovic!!!😂😂😂

[@MilanMil-f2q]

Bla bla bla....noch immer sind da,und du kannst nur 😢

[@Bayern2004]

Get well soon SuperDjoca!

[@jasonhutchinson8060]

Just so happens to quit when he lost the 1st set. The optics are not good and Australians speak their mind.

[@mars27970]

Now he knows how great Nadal is in winnibg so much while injured and in pain in his whole career.

[@hadaaaaaa777]

Sorry that argument doesn't count when the such mentioned player has less slams than the GOAT

[@irathamazigh5343]

Yes with needles 😂 Novak doesn’t like drugs

[@user-wu4dq6cy2g]

Pagliaccio

[@AlejandroCompagnucci-f2f]

Irrespetuoso, ve a jugar tu..

[@slavicakaranovic581]

Sta si ti ostvarijo u zuvitu ..da si bar klovn😂

[@andreac.5599]

You didn't deserve all this disrispect.Greetings from Italy

[@luketheduke142]

Torna a nanna, inutile.